Who is this choice relevant to?

If you need to pick something up quickly

You want to make pancakes without buying lots of extra ingredients. According to the product information at Albert Heijn, Koopmans Complete needs only water; the PLUS shaker bottle mix needs milk.

If you need to check ingredients and allergens

Your choice depends on the current packaging. For example, PLUS states that Koopmans Gluten-free Pancake Mix may contain egg and milk; the ingredients you add yourself matter too.

What should you look for when choosing?

If sourdough is a must for you, check for it before considering a standard mix. Then see which additional ingredients, packaging and ingredients suit your plans.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Sourdough Check that the product description and ingredients list explicitly mention sourdough. If I’m specifically looking for sourdough ingredients, I don’t want to mistake ordinary mix for sourdough mix. Around 33% of consumers put product identity first.
Additional ingredients and servings Read the preparation instructions and yield; check whether you need milk, eggs or cooking fat. When I have very little at home, I want to be able to make pancakes with just one quick shop. For around 27% of consumers, convenience matters most.
Ingredients and allergens Read the current ingredients list and any ‘may contain’ statement; also consider what you’ll be adding yourself. If I need to avoid certain ingredients, the packaging determines which mix I can consider. This is the main priority for around 20% of consumers.
Packaging and availability Check the pack size and whether the product you want is available at your shop. For a small batch, I want to buy an appropriate amount without relying on a particular product that my shop might not stock. Around 20% of consumers give priority to this practical consideration.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘artisan sourdough’ confirms a product’s ingredients

    A search term tells you nothing about the ingredients in a specific pancake mix. It doesn’t automatically make standard mixes from Koopmans, PLUS and Albona sourdough products.

    Only assume a product contains sourdough if both the current product information and the packaging confirm it.

  • Buying the mix without reading the preparation instructions

    According to the product information at Albert Heijn, Koopmans Complete needs water, whereas the PLUS box mix we looked at needs milk, eggs and cooking fat. So you may need more than just the pack for the latter mix.

    Before you leave, check which additional ingredients you already have at home and how many pancakes you want to make.

  • Assuming ‘gluten-free’ means ‘free from all allergens’

    The Koopmans Gluten-free mix described by PLUS may contain egg and milk. So the gluten-free label doesn’t replace checking for other ingredients or cross-contamination statements.

    Check the current ingredients list and ‘may contain’ information on the packaging for any ingredients that are relevant to you.

  • Storing mixed shaker-bottle batter as if it were a dry mix

    PLUS says its plain shaker-bottle mix should be used straight away once mixed with milk. That’s different from storing an unopened dry mix.

    Choose a pack that suits the number of people you’re cooking for, and follow the instructions for using prepared batter.

Brands to consider

Koopmans

Offers, among other products, Original, Complete and a pancake mix sold as gluten-free. The additional ingredients required vary by version.

  • According to the product information at Albert Heijn, Complete needs only water; Original needs milk, eggs and butter.
  • For the gluten-free version, PLUS states that it may contain egg and milk. Check the current packaging for each version.

PLUS

Offers a plain dry mix and a plain shaker-bottle mix, with different preparation methods and packaging to choose from.

  • According to PLUS, the shaker bottle needs milk; the box mix is made with milk, eggs and butter or oil.
  • PLUS describes the dry mix as vegan, but its published preparation instructions use milk and eggs. Consider the dry mix and the ingredients you add yourself separately.

Albona (ALDI)

ALDI Netherlands lists a 400 g pack of Albona multigrain pancake mix as a dry-mix option.

  • The product name makes clear that it’s a multigrain mix.
  • The product listing doesn’t confirm that it contains sourdough. Check the packaging and availability at your shop.

Belbake (Lidl)

Lidl Netherlands lists Belbake Original Pancake Mix as a standard mix.

  • The product name helps you identify the Original version in the range.
  • Check the current packaging to compare ingredients, allergens and any additional ingredients needed.

Pancake mix at Joybuy

This option suits a small top-up shop if you’re looking for a pancake mix that you can prepare with water. If you want a sourdough mix, check the current ingredients list separately.

Koopmans Pancakes Complete 210 g

Koopmans Pancakes Complete 210 g

Worth considering if you’re looking for a mix for a small batch that you prepare by adding water; check the current instructions and ingredients before deciding.

Pack size: 210 g. Don’t assume it contains sourdough based on the name, and read the allergen information on the packaging.

View at Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

Is ordinary pancake mix also sourdough mix?

No, not automatically. Check that sourdough is explicitly listed in the current product description and ingredients list; a standard mix isn’t confirmation that it contains sourdough.

Which mix needs the fewest additional ingredients?

According to the product information at Albert Heijn, you only need to add water to Koopmans Complete. The PLUS shaker bottle needs milk, while the PLUS box mix also needs eggs and cooking fat; choose according to what you already have at home.

Do I need to check for other allergens in a gluten-free mix?

Yes. PLUS states that Koopmans Gluten-free Pancake Mix may contain egg and milk. Read the current ingredients list and any ‘may contain’ statement, as well as the information about ingredients you add yourself.

Can I taste pancake batter raw?

Don’t taste it raw if the packaging says the batter must be thoroughly cooked. The product information for the Koopmans Complete and Gluten-free versions we looked at says the batter must be thoroughly cooked.